Baltimore, MD – Aug. 27, 2026 – With great simcha, Chofetz Chaim-Adath B'nei Israel Congregation, widely known throughout Baltimore as “The Adas,” is pleased to welcome Rabbi Yisroel Meir Lebovits as Assistant Rav of the Kehillah.
Rabbi Lebovits will join the rabbinic leadership of the historic kehillah alongside its current Mora D’Asra, Rabbi Shlomo Naiman, as The Adas continues its longstanding mission of Torah, tefillah, and service to Baltimore’s Orthodox community.
The appointment adds a new chapter to the illustrious history of one of Baltimore’s longstanding kehillos. Chofetz Chaim-Adath B'nei Israel Congregation was formed around 1960 through the merger of two earlier congregations, Chofetz Chaim, founded in 1934, and Adath B�...
Baltimore, MD – August 27, 2026 - Torah Institute welcomed its Talmidim back to school today, marking an exciting start to a new year filled with Torah, learning, growth, and friendship.After the summer break, the halls and classrooms once again came alive with the sounds of Torah and Tefillah as Rebbeim, teachers, and Talmidim reunited and settled into the rhythm of a new school year.This year’s return carries an added sense of excitement. Just outside the classrooms, work continues on Torah Institute’s historic $25 million campus expansion. Following extensive site preparation throughout the summer, the changing landscape provides a powerful backdrop to the first days of school and a reminder that the future of Torah Institute is literally taking shape before the Talmid...
Baltimore, MD – August 27, 2026 - Yeshivas Toras Simcha welcomed its Talmidim back to school this week, beginning another year of Torah, learning, growth, and friendship.The excitement of a new school year could be felt throughout the Yeshiva as Talmidim reunited with friends and Rebbeim and returned to their classrooms and Sedorim. After the summer break, the familiar sounds of Torah and Tefillah once again filled the halls.The opening days of school bring with them a special energy and sense of possibility. New classes, new goals, and new opportunities for growth await as the Talmidim settle back into their daily routines.The Rebbeim and staff of Yeshivas Toras Simcha look forward to building upon the accomplishments of previous years while providing each Talmid with the warmth, gu...
Baltimore, MD – August 27, 2026 - After nine years of bringing comfort, companionship, and plenty of smiles to residents and staff at Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital, one of the facility’s most beloved “employees” is officially retiring.
Bear, a 15-year-old Pomeranian-Chihuahua mix, will be honored Friday with a special retirement celebration recognizing nearly a decade spent making his rounds through Levindale’s halls, visiting residents, attending events, and providing a furry source of friendship to those around him.
Bear first began coming to Levindale nine years ago with his owner, Therapeutic Recreation Manager Amanda Wittlesberger, when she was working as a floor therapist. Bear would accompany her during patient treatments and, when Wi...
A Message from Rabbi Silber:
August 26, 2026
To my beloved Kehilla,
It’s overwhelming to contemplate how quickly time passes. When Aviva and I arrived in Baltimore over 23 years ago, we were a young, growing family, and the Shul was navigating the loss of Rabbi Ervin Preis zt’l who led this Kehilla for twenty-five beautiful years. Since that fateful day in August, over two decades ago, we have built something beautiful together. Together we have built more than just a Shul, more than just a Kehilla, we have built a family. And what a beautiful family it is. We are a family of diverse backgrounds and life circumstances. We are a family who learns, davens, and grows together. We are a family who leans on each other in times of difficulty and rejoices and dances with one anot...
JERUSALEM — A major initiative strongly advocated for by Eretz HaKodesh has reached an important milestone, with approximately ₪40 million Israeli shekel for the Olim B’Limud program now going to participating yeshivos and seminaries across Eretz Yisrael.Eretz HaKodesh strongly advocated for and helped push the program forward, recognizing both the financial commitment families make to send their children for a year of learning in Israel and the unique opportunity this year presents to build a lasting connection with Eretz Yisrael and encourage students to consider building their future here.Olim B’Limud is a program of the Jewish Agency for Israel, with the support of Israel’s Ministry of Aliyah and Integration. The program combines meaningful financial assistanc...
In Sefer Dvarim, we are treated to one of several places where Hashem uses a particular term of endearment for B’nei Yisroel, referring to us as the “Am Segulah”, a treasured nation (Vaeschanan, 7:6, Re’ei,14:2 and Ki Savo 26:18). There are a myriad of other places where B’nei Yisroel are referred to as the “Am Hanivchar” – the “chosen people” (Vaeschanan, 4:37), Hashem’s “children” (Re’eh, 14:1-2) and even Hashem’s “first born” (Shemos, 4:22),. What is the meaning of this special status?
Contemporary scientists would scream that there are no superior genome by race, class or ethnicity – and they may be right. But consider, Since the dawn of th...
Baltimore, MD - August 26, 2026 - PSA from Seven Mile Market
It has come to our attention that 3 NOT kosher Starbucks Refreshers concentrate Strawberry Açaí were sold 2 yesterday 1 today. Please check to make sure the flavor you have at home is kosher. If it is not kosher, you may return it to the store for a full refund.
The product has since been removed from our shelves.
Customers are reminded to check all products for proper kosher certification at all times.
Baltimore, MD - August 26, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Mordechai Mayer Rosenbaum (Baltimore) and Sarah Rivka Silberman (Lakewood) on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to the parents Shlomo & Laya Rosenbaum and to the grandparents Rabbi & Mrs. Yossi Felder!
!יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן
Baltimore, MD – August 26, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Yanky Weinberger on the birth of a daughter.
!יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן
Baltimore, MD – August 26, 2026 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Reb Aron Gertz, a"h, a longtime mechanech who served as a rebbi at Yeshiva Karlin Stolin of Boro Park for more than 30 years, and father of Yankie Gertz.
The levaya will take place today, Wednesday (8/26/26), at 11:00 a.m. at Congregation Sons of Israel Lakewood Chapel, 613 Ramsey Avenue.
R' Yankie Gertz (son) will be sitting shiva in Lakewood through Sunday. He will then return to Baltimore, and will be sitting at 3700 Clarks Lane (corner of Clarks and Williamson) on Monday until he gets up on Tuesday morning. Phone: 443-839-3956.
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Baltimore, MD – August 25, 2026 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Zechariah Zaslow (Baltimore) and Abi Keslassy (Toronto) on their engagement.
Mazel Tov to the parents Levi & Shoshana Zaslow.
!יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן
Baltimore, MD - Aug. 25, 2026 - If you or someone you know is unable to attend shul to hear the shofar, please email BaltimoreShofar+Shomea@gmail.com with your name, phone number, and address.
Additionally, if you are available to blow shofar for someone who cannot make it to shul, please email BaltimoreShofar+Tokea@gmail.com with your name, address, and area of availability.
This initiative is dedicated in loving memory of HaRav Moshe Shlomo ben Yosef Eliezer Juravel, zt'l, who worked tirelessly to ensure the shofar was heard by all those in need.
Baltimore, MD – August 25, 2026 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Tamara Marder a"h, mother of Rochel Yablonovsky.
The levaya will take place today, August 25th, at 3:30 p.m. at Sol Levinson, 8900 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208.
Additional shiva and minyan details to follow.
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